Bachelors Degree

Bachelors Degree in Visual Communication

Atlanta University of Georgia's Visual Communication program offers students a comprehensive education that combines academic rigor with hands-on experience. Our expert faculty members create a suppor...

4 Year (Self-Paced) Program

Duration

24

Total Courses

144 Hours

Credit Hours

$72,000

Total Cost

Visual Communication

Program Overview

Atlanta University of Georgia's Visual Communication program offers students a comprehensive education that combines academic rigor with hands-on experience. Our expert faculty members create a supportive learning environment, equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking abilities necessary for success in the dynamic field of visual communication. From graphic design to multimedia storytelling, our program empowers students to convey powerful messages and create engaging visual experiences.

Key Highlights

Flexible Schedule

4 Year (Self-Paced) Program

Admission Criteria

High School Diploma, GED or equiv. International Education

Course Curriculum by Modules

Explore our comprehensive curriculum designed to provide you with industry-relevant skills and knowledge.

01

Module 1: General Courses

10 courses in this module

B-057
Introduction to the Humanities

The course explores philosophic and artistic heritage of humanity expressed through a historical per...

Course Overview

The course explores philosophic and artistic heritage of humanity expressed through a historical perspective on visual arts, music, and literature. Topics include myth, literature, art, music, television, cinema, and the theater. Also discussed are provocative issues in the humanities - religion, morality, happiness, death, freedom, and controversies in the arts.

AAS-085
Social and Cultural Geography

Social and Cultural Geography considers why geography matters to the analysis and understanding soci...

Course Overview

Social and Cultural Geography considers why geography matters to the analysis and understanding social relations, cultural identity and social inequality. Course examines how social life is structured at a variety of scales with respect to ethnicity, industries, services, urban patterns, and resources of world as a whole.

B-158
English Composition

English Composition provides you with rhetorical foundations that prepare them for academic and prof...

Course Overview

English Composition provides you with rhetorical foundations that prepare them for academic and professional writing. You will learn the strategies and processes that successful writers employ as you work to accomplish specific purposes. You will develop skills in writing unified, coherent, well-developed essays using correct grammar and effective sentence structure.

B-200
College Algebra

College Algebra provides an overview of the fundamental concepts of algebra: an understanding of the...

Course Overview

College Algebra provides an overview of the fundamental concepts of algebra: an understanding of the general concepts of relation and function; and the ability to solve practical problems using algebra.

B-336
World Religions

World Religions course offers the broadest coverage of world religions as they exist today; helping...

Course Overview

World Religions course offers the broadest coverage of world religions as they exist today; helping you understand the ideology behind the many religions that strive today. While it is impossible to cover all religions, it does cover those of the vast majority of people.

AAS-370
Ethics

Evenly balanced between theory and applications, this course shows you how to establish an ethical t...

Course Overview

Evenly balanced between theory and applications, this course shows you how to establish an ethical theory and how to apply it to a range of specific moral issues. This course examines ethical problems in such areas as mercy killing, personal relations, business, sexuality, medicine, and the environment.

B-460
Art Appreciation

This course introduces the origins and historical development of art. Emphasis is placed on the rela...

Course Overview

This course introduces the origins and historical development of art. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of design principles to various art forms including but not limited to sculpture, painting, and architecture. Upon completion, you should be able to identify and analyze a variety of artistic styles, periods, and media.

AAS-584
Pre-Calculus

This course provides the mathematical foundation for an introductory calculus course. In addition to...

Course Overview

This course provides the mathematical foundation for an introductory calculus course. In addition to a brief review of basic algebra, the course covers equations and inequalities; functions, models, and graphs; polynomial and rational functions; exponential and logarithmic functions; trigonometric functions; and trigonometric identities and equations.

B-825
Human Biology

This course is an introductory study of the human body, including the basic structure and function o...

Course Overview

This course is an introductory study of the human body, including the basic structure and function of the major organ systems (nervous, endocrine, circulatory, reproductive, etc.) and the effects of diet, exercise, stress and environmental change on human health.

AAS-902
World History

World History course present the big picture, to facilitate comparison and assessment of change, and...

Course Overview

World History course present the big picture, to facilitate comparison and assessment of change, and to highlight major developments in world's history. This course emphasizes the global interactions of major civilizations so that you can compare and assess changes in the patterns of interaction and the impact of global forces.

02

Module 2: Core Courses

8 courses in this module

AA-235
Introduction to Applied Arts

The course introduces you to the concept of modernism and interior design. The course presents a bri...

Course Overview

The course introduces you to the concept of modernism and interior design. The course presents a brief overview of Graphic Design and Fashion Design and Urban Design. Art Deco and Art Nouveau are discussed in detail in this course.

AA-386
Introduction to Painting

Introduction to Painting will focus on the basics of painting: materials, techniques, craft, and med...

Course Overview

Introduction to Painting will focus on the basics of painting: materials, techniques, craft, and mediums. The subject matter will include still life, landscape, figure, media experimentation, and exploration of individual creative expression.

AA-539
Introduction to Visual Communications

This course explores visual literacy, aesthetics, design principles, creativity, critical evaluation...

Course Overview

This course explores visual literacy, aesthetics, design principles, creativity, critical evaluation and ethics as they relate to the use of visual images and information in society. You will be able to examine the basis of visual literacy and impact of the visual media in order to enhance creativity for visual and persuasive communication.

AA-758
Introduction to Digital Imaging & Photography

This course is an introduction to Digital Imaging aesthetics and techniques. You will be able to use...

Course Overview

This course is an introduction to Digital Imaging aesthetics and techniques. You will be able to use imaging software to create digital paintings, graphics and montages. The course is designed to show you how to use computer and photo editing software to capture, edit, manipulate and produce top quality digital photography images.

AA-759
Introduction to Sculpture

This course introduces you to artistic practice in three dimensions using a variety of materials and...

Course Overview

This course introduces you to artistic practice in three dimensions using a variety of materials and approaches. Problems will require you to address materials in terms of cultural and historical context. This course assumes no prior knowledge of sculpture.

AA-786
Introduction to Fashion Design

This course examines the theory of design and the design process. You will be required to apply your...

Course Overview

This course examines the theory of design and the design process. You will be required to apply your skills in pattern drafting, draping and construction to the execution of their original designs.

AA-804
Introduction to Architecture

The course is an introductory study of the theory, history, principles and practice of architecture....

Course Overview

The course is an introductory study of the theory, history, principles and practice of architecture. It includes the roles and responsibilities of the design professions, including interior design, landscape architecture, urban planning and engineering and how they relate to each other.

AA-878
Essentials of Interior Design

The course presents an overview of interior design, home decoration and Art Nouveau. This course als...

Course Overview

The course presents an overview of interior design, home decoration and Art Nouveau. This course also presents the philosophy and elements of interior design. How interior designing is applied on various materials is discussed in detail in this course.

03

Module 3: Specialized Courses

6 courses in this module

VSC-072
Principles of Technical Drawing

This course provides you with information about dynamic and up-to-date learning tools. The course re...

Course Overview

This course provides you with information about dynamic and up-to-date learning tools. The course reflects CAD/CAM trends and the latest ANSI standards, manufacturing processes, dimensioning, tolerance, and threads and fasteners.

VSC-184
Fundamentals of Drafting

This course combines coverage of both mechanical and electrical drafting. It combines coverage of bo...

Course Overview

This course combines coverage of both mechanical and electrical drafting. It combines coverage of both basic mechanical/manual drafting techniques and electrical drafting techniques. It introduces AutoCAD Release 13 commands, both DOS and Windows, in the electrical/electronic portion of the course.

VSC-265
Introduction to Visual Communication

This comprehensive course is a consistent, clear, and orderly presentation of best engineering desig...

Course Overview

This comprehensive course is a consistent, clear, and orderly presentation of best engineering design methods and practices. Topics are presented in a timely and orderly fashion; each new topic progressively builds on concepts and terminology introduced in earlier sections.

VSC-797
Architectural Graphics

This course presents a wide range of basic graphic tools and techniques designers use to communicate...

Course Overview

This course presents a wide range of basic graphic tools and techniques designers use to communicate architectural ideas. This course provides expanded and updated coverage of drawing materials, multiview drawings, paraline drawings, and perspective drawings.

VSC-842
Introduction to Computer Aided Design

Written out of the need to develop comprehensive approaches to teaching engineering drawing and mode...

Course Overview

Written out of the need to develop comprehensive approaches to teaching engineering drawing and modeling concepts with VersaCAD software, this course describes how to make applied use of the software for engineering CAD applications.

VSC-865
Introduction to Graphics Technology

This course covers the principles of engineering graphics in industry. Two-color illustrations with...

Course Overview

This course covers the principles of engineering graphics in industry. Two-color illustrations with step-by-step explanations enabling you to progress easily through the learning program. An introduction to AutoCAD 2005® allows you to understand this important software tool.

Tuition & Fees Breakdown

Total Program Investment

$72,000

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Detailed Cost Breakdown

Fee Component Amount
Total Program Cost
$72,000
Financial Aid Available

Multiple financing options and scholarships are available to help you achieve your educational goals.

Admissions & Eligibility Requirements

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Eligibility Criteria

High School Diploma, GED or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours Required

144 Hours credit hours

Program Duration

4 Year (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

24 total courses in the program

Application Process

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